Picture of Queen Elizabeth II at Somerset House in 2012, pictured with Charles Wellesley, 9th Duke of Wellington, then Chairman of King’s College London Council. Photo by Aniela Murphy

A statement on the death of Queen Elizabeth II

At Somerset House, we are deeply saddened by the news of the Queen’s death. We share in the deep sorrow that people across the country, and throughout the world, will be feeling today. 

The Queen visited Somerset House in 2012 to open our renovated East Wing, as pictured here. Her visit was a very special occasion, and we were grateful for her generosity and warmth on that important day for Somerset House. 

Our exhibitions will be closed on Monday 19 September as a mark of respect on the day of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.

 

Picture of HM Queen Elizabeth II at Somerset House in 2012, pictured with the Duke of Wellington, then Chairman of King’s College London Council. Photo by Aniela Murphy